ANTHONY O'KEEFE

1969 - 2015

Anthony C. O'Keefe Smiling, laughing, and with twinkling Irish eyes that is how Tony came into this world on September 8, 1969. He and wife Linda shared 13 years of marriage, and their love shows through their daughter Lauren and son Conner. They were his love and joy and he was incredibly proud of them. Lauren and Conner's love of life, huge hearts, and shining souls resonate with Tony's warmth and perpetual desire to share the very best of himself with the ones he most dearly loved. Tony's constant search for fun in life took him from learning to roller skate for a pack of lifesavers, to riding BMX bikes, competing in wrestling and football, and in bringing friends together to celebrate just being in each other's company. Tony graduated from Bellarmine High and WSU with a degree in Marketing, and while at college he found another family. His brothers at Beta Theta Pi lifted him up and joined in his celebration of life. Through the years they have always been there for him. His Irish gift of gab, his smarts, and quick wit saw him excel in medical sales after starting Orthocon, Inc. He connected with, and was supported by, many professionals from the medical community during that time. Linda, Lauren and Conner continue to honor his zest for life by bringing laughter and cheer to family and friends. Brother John and sisters Helen, Kathy, and Bebo continue to celebrate life in his name as he joins his parents Tony, Sr. and Kathleen in a warm, heavenly embrace. Tony took great pride and joy in his Irish heritage. His twinkling eyes and deep belly laugh were the trademark of our Irish leprechaun. So today go forward in honor of Tony, raise a little mischief, and carpe diem! Tony was passionate about his children's education, and an educational fund for them has been set up at www.youcaring.com/lauren-conner-o-keefe-478592. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 am on 12/7/2015 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 7000 35th Ave. SW, Seattle, WA 98136. Reception immediately following on site at the Parish Life Center.